Movie

The Boxer from Shantung

★ 6.9(50)19722h 14m

The Boxer from Shantung is streaming on ARROW in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Apple TV Store. Availability checked 22 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Chang Cheh, Pao Hsueh-Li
Release date: 1972-02-11
Runtime: 2h 14m
Language: Mandarin
Budget: $520,005
Status: Released
Country: Hong Kong
Studio: Shaw Brothers

The Boxer from Shantung — trailer

About The Boxer from Shantung

The Boxer from Shantung is a 1972 movie in the Action, Crime and Drama genres, directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-Li, starring Chen Kuan-Tai, Ching Li and Cheng Kang-Yeh. It has a runtime of 2 hours 14 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 50 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Boxer from Shantung in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Leaving the poverty of his life in Shantung to seek fortune in Shanghai, The Boxer is instead drawn into a world of corruption, gang warfare and evil... Where his only protection is his famed fighting technique.

Cast

Chen Kuan-Tai

Ma Yung Chen

Ching Li

Chin Lin Chi

Cheng Kang-Yeh

Hsiao Chiang Bei

David Chiang Da-Wei

Tan Sze

Chiang Nan

Boss Yang

Fung Ngai

Fang Ah Gen

Ku Feng

Chang Chin Fa

Tin Ching

Li Caishun

Wong Ching

Lu Pu

Mario Milano

Russian Muscleman

Chan Ho

Chin Lin Chi's Uncle

Lee Man-Tai

Innkeeper (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

martial artsshanghai, chinagangstergang leaderhong kongmob action1930s

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Boxer from Shantung in United Kingdom?+

In United Kingdom, you can stream The Boxer from Shantung on ARROW. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Apple TV Store.

Is The Boxer from Shantung on Netflix?+

The Boxer from Shantung is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now, but you can stream it on ARROW.

How long is The Boxer from Shantung?+

The Boxer from Shantung has a runtime of 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).

Who stars in The Boxer from Shantung?+

The Boxer from Shantung stars Chen Kuan-Tai, Ching Li, Cheng Kang-Yeh, David Chiang Da-Wei and Chiang Nan.

When did The Boxer from Shantung come out?+

The Boxer from Shantung is a 1972 movie directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-Li.

What genre is The Boxer from Shantung?+

The Boxer from Shantung is Action, Crime and Drama film.

Who directed The Boxer from Shantung?+

The Boxer from Shantung was directed by Chang Cheh and Pao Hsueh-Li.